MARTIAL ARTS SCHEDULE
SPRING I SESSION KARATE CLASSES
Due to some circumstances the karate schedule will be changing for the upcoming winter session
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Next session, Club NAHA Karate-Do USA will no longer be offering combined in-person/Zoom classes. These classes are going to be separate from one another. Most of our in-person classes will remain the same, except for Tuesday and Thursday’s White Belt classes, which will not run next session. All of the Zoom classes are free with an in-person class registration.
The reason behind these changes is largely due to the difficulties that both students and instructors have during these combined in-person/Zoom class. Due to instructors having to divide their attention between the two groups, the students on Zoom are not receiving as much attention as we'd like to be able to offer. We want to make sure that our students have the best possible experience during their karate training. We believe that we’ll be better able to accomplish this by separating these classes. When it comes time to register for the next session, you will register for the in-person classes (even if you only plan to attend the Zoom classes), this is to ensure that you have a spot in class in case you decide to participate in an in-person class at some point during the session. Registration for AYCC members that are currently enrolled in classes begins on February 8th. Registration for community members that are currently enrolled in classes begins on February 15th. Registration for community members and the public begins are February 22nd. |
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Lil' Dragon Karate Program:
Our Lil’ Dragon Karate Program is designed to provide young children with a warm and nurturing environment to instill the necessary skills, attitudes and mannerisms for them to embrace life with an “ I can do it!” attitude. The Lil’ Dragon classes are designed for children ages 5 - 7, to help them develop the essential physical, cognitive, emotional, social and behavioral skills that they will need to embrace life with a positive mental attitude! 
Youth Karate Classes:
These classes are students seven years of age to seventeen years of age (younger students may participate in youth classes if they graduated from the Lil Dragons Program). These classes will cover basic to advanced blocking, punching, and kicking techniques as well as the traditional formal exercise of kata and self defense techniques. 
Mixed martial arts (MMA):
MMA is a full-contact combat sport based on striking, grappling and ground fighting, made up from various combat sports and martial arts from around the world. |
Tween and Adult Karate Classes:
These classes are intended for anyone student age 12 and older, that has either just began their training in the art of karate or has been studying for some time. These classes will cover basic to advanced blocking, punching, and kicking techniques as well as the traditional formal exercise of kata and self defense techniques. All adult lessons are free with an AYCC Adult membership or an AYCC family membership. 
Kobudo Classes:
Weapons arts, known as Kobudo, or “the old martial way,” developed in Okinawa over 500 years ago. As Okinawa became a more peaceful society, the need for using these traditional weapons for combat and self-defense subsided. Today, these ancient weapons arts continue to be practiced as an art form that develops self-mastery through improved physical conditioning (balance, coordination, and upper-body strength), and increased mental strength (confidence, concentration, and discipline). Our Kobudo classes are on Sundays 12:30pm. These classes are intended for 8 years or older that are interested in learning the traditional Okinawan art of weaponry. All adult lessons are free with an AYCC Adult membership or an AYCC family membership. |
Club “NAHA” Karate-Do
Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of Greater Waterville
at the Alfond Youth & Community Center.
126 North Street, Waterville, ME 04901, (207) 873 – 0684
Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of Greater Waterville
at the Alfond Youth & Community Center.
126 North Street, Waterville, ME 04901, (207) 873 – 0684
